Director of Policy and Communications

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization seeks a Director of Policy and Communications to enhance public engagement with government bodies. This hybrid role involves significant leadership in policy strategy and communications to position the organization as an industry advisor. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong networking and communication skills, with a track record of leading successful research campaigns.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in leading research campaigns.
• Strong networking experience within the UK Government setting.
• Experience leading a team of industry experts.

Responsibilities

• Analyse trends and forecast potential impacts through market research.
• Develop comprehensive policy strategies for the organization.
• Build a network of government contacts to position leadership as policy advisors.

Skills

Leadership

Networking

Communication

Market Research

Job description

Director of Policy and Communications, birmingham

Client:

The McLean Partnership

Location:

birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Our client is seeking to appoint a Director of Policy to raise the profile and public engagement of the organisation with government bodies. They will be responsible for

• analysing trends and forecasting potential impacts through the commissioning of market research campaigns
• developing comprehensive policy strategies to guide the organisation and its leadership on where is can make immediate impacts
• ensuring that the organisation remains compliant, competitive, and aligned with its mission
• building a network of government contacts and positioning key leadership with policy-makers

Through building greater public presence, and positioning the organisation as an industry advisor, our client is seeking to become a trusted advisor, influencer of policy, and a greater contributor to the industries that it represents.

Candidates will have

• demonstrable experience in leading research campaigns and identifying key market/policy trends
• strong networking and professional network development experience within a UK Gov setting, including ministers, parliamentary officials, and/or government departments/agencies
• strong communication skills to communicate the organisations message, and work with leadership to create a policy strategy
• experience of leading a team comprised of industry experts, research, and strategic comms

Our client is based in the West Midlands. This role allows for hybrid working with a required 2-3 days per week on site.

Salary expectations are £80-90,000 with additional bonus and benefits.

For more information and a confidential conversation, contact Caius Freeman on 07517 950 934 or send an email to [e-mail].

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Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom